Fundamentals of Mainstream Buddhism (Tuttle Library of Enlightenment) - Softcover

Cheetham, Eric

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0804830088 ISBN 13: 9780804830089

Publisher: Tuttle Pub, 1994

Synopsis

Published in association with the distinguished Buddhist Society, London, this book provides a lucid study of the primary tenets of Buddhism. It is directed specifically to those seeking to learn the foundations of Buddhist ideas in a straightforward manner, without becoming involved in conflicting sectarian interpretations. The author draws his material directly from the Buddha's own teachings, known as sutras, as well as from major texts and commentaries recorded in the first centuries after the Buddha's death. Accepted by all Buddhist sects, these have been translated from the original Pali and Sanskrit languages, and form the basis of what the author describes as "Mainstream" Buddhism.
The result is a clear presentation of the Buddha's teachings that the reader can use as a starting point for further study or for actual Buddhist practice.

About this title

Synopsis

Developed from pamphlets from the Buddhist Society, this guide provides readers with a study of the primary tenets of Buddhism. The material is drawn from the sutras and the major texts and commentaries recorded after the Buddha's death. Translated from Pali, they form the "mainstream Buddhism."

About the Author

Eric Cheetham is a scholar and lecturer at the Buddhist Society, London.

Edition details

• Publisher: Tuttle Pub
• Publication date: 1994
• ISBN 10: 0804830088
• ISBN 13: 9780804830089
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English